This holiday season, pack up the family and head to Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, NJ. All year long LSC offers endless opportunities for kids and adults to learn through play, and the holiday season is no exception. Now through January 3, families can enjoy some extra magic sprinkled around the science center. From … [Read more…]
This holiday season may feel and look a little different but that doesn’t mean there can’t still be holiday magic. This season take a trip to Six Flags Great Adventure to experience Holiday in the Park. It is a safe, family friendly event you won’t want to miss! Holiday in the Park takes place now … [Read more…]
I absolutely LOVE fall! I love the sights, the smells, and all the fun fall experiences. Luckily, as a New Jersey resident, there are so many amazing fall adventures to choose from. From haunted attractions to nighttime corn mazes to pumpkin picking, there is something for everyone to enjoy. In this post, I am going … [Read more…]
“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” ~ Albert Einstein. Exploring nature has so many amazing benefits for adults and children. That’s why at Mommy University, we encourage our readers to get outside and explore! There are so many fun ways to enjoy the great outdoors. We all know about hiking … [Read more…]
With so many days inside our homes, New Jersey is determined to move around! Talking to colleagues, researching online, and brainstorming with friends, there is a focus to be outdoors as we still struggle with a global pandemic. As parents, we wonder what allows our families to be safe as we visit destinations but at … [Read more…]
Like many of you, I had been waiting on the edge of my seat for the opening of Hersheypark to be announced. Not only was I excited to return to the Sweetest Place on Earth, I could not wait to see Hershey’s Chocolatetown and ride their new roller coaster, Canydmonium. As soon as the reservation … [Read more…]
From the moment the weather got nicer and the parks reopened, my family was out the door and ready for adventure. As a Sussex County resident, we have explored Liffy Island a few times and have always loved it. We even hiked there with our Cub Scout Pack to earn a patch. It is the … [Read more…]
Let’s Go Wild There are so many opportunities in NJ (and the surrounding areas) for families to explore the world of animals, reptiles, birds, insects, and more! As stated in our article Benefits of Visiting a Zoo, zoos allow children to grow and develop through discovery and exploration. Aquariums allow families to learn through exploration … [Read more…]
There is nothing like encountering a waterfall during a hike to perk your spirits and energize you for the remainder of the adventure. Schooley’s Mountain offers a two tier waterfall that can be found through a calm stroll starting from Lake George or, for those who want a challenge, you can scale the rocky terrain. … [Read more…]
While we have loved visiting sunflowers in New Jersey, we realized that there are other floral experiences in the garden state. Known for so many health benefits, lavender was a favorite scent of the original blue eyes himself Frank Sinatra, and it really does have a lovely rich scent. From cooking to therapeutic purposes, lavender … [Read more…]